adverbial

/ædvərbɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or constituting an adverb

“The adverbial phrase in the sentence adds a descriptive touch.”

2. noun

a word or phrase that has an adverbial function

“The adverbial in the sentence modifies the verb.”

Synonyms

  • adverbial clause
  • adverbial phrase

Antonyms

  • attributive
  • nominal